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Iran’s new hardline president rules out meeting U.S. President
Tehran, June 21, 2021 Iran’s newly elected President Ebrahim Raisi has declined the opportunity to meet U.S. President Joe Biden.…
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Undergraduate in EFCC’s net over $4,801 internet-related fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Kaduna Zonal office have commenced investigation into an alleged case of conspiracy, computer-related…
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Nigerian military did not encounter beast with human body in Benue – Fact-check
The claim that a mysterious beast with canine head and human body surfaced in Benue State but has been neutralized…
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EFCC arrests two for alleged N768.5m fraud
Operatives of the Lagos Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested two suspected fraudsters, Konne…
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Nigerian troops eliminate ISWAP’s one-eyed Commander, Modu Kennami
In the sustained aggressive military offensive, Nigerian troops under the auspices of Operation Hadin Kai have eliminated a top-ranking ISWAP…
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House of Reps member extends olive branch to opponent after winning 5 court cases
…Says he cannot be distracted William Attah, Gombe Hon. Victor Mela Danzaria, member representing Balanga/Billiri Federal constituency, Gombe State, in…
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School kidnappings: Implications on posterity By Dakuku Peterside
Last week’s abduction by bandits of students of Federal Government College, Birnin Yauri, Kebbi State is the latest chapter in…
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CPJ board honors Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai with Gwen Ifill Press Freedom Award
New York, June 21, 2021 The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) Monday said it will honor Jimmy Lai, the imprisoned founder…
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2022 World Cup: Only vaccinated fans can attend – Qatar Prime Minister
Berlin, June 21, 2021 Qatar wants to allow only vaccinated fans to attend the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which it…
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Nigerian corporates – Dangote, Zenith, Konga, UBA, Access, Glo, BUA, Flutterwave etc. can defend Nigeria’s future By Umar H.Farouk
A popular philanthropist and business icon was once quoted as saying that when entrepreneurs from Nigeria die, they will be…
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Nigerian women must take advantage of African Trade Agreement – WISTA President
The Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria has urged women in the maritime Industry to explore investment opportunities…
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The TB Joshua I knew (I) By Bolanle Bolawole
turnpot@gmail.com 0807 552 5533 Monica (not real name) took me to the Synagogue Church of all Nations (SCOAN or Synagogue,…
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A Different Type of Sylva By Julius Bokoru, Abuja
It is 28 August 2019, a Wednesday, and the rains still rage on, it is, after all, the heart of…
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2nd Niger Bridge will be completed next year – Fashola
By Ikenna Uwadileke/Silas Nwoha Abuja, June 20, 2021 The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola, has reaffirmed that…
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ASUU threatens industrial action over non-payment of members’ salaries
By Polycarp Auta Jos, June 20, 2021 The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to embark on an…
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FG, Lai Muhammed sued over repressive directive to broadcasters to stop using Twitter
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit asking the Federal High Court in Abuja “to stop the…
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When Nigerian Consulate, New York held memorial ceremony for COVID-19 victims
UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed and Consul- General, Amb. Lot Egopija at the unveiling of memorial Plaque for Nigerian COVID-19…
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FC Barcelona confirm agreement to sign Depay
Madrid, June 19, 2021 FC Barcelona on Saturday confirmed that they have reached an agreement to sign Dutch international striker…
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Would-be couples to do drug test — Marwa
Ogidi-ijumu (Kogi), June 19, 2021 Retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, Chairman of National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has said that…
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National dialogue will solve Nigeria’s problems – Senator Enang
Sen. Ita Enang, Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Niger Delta Affairs, has said that a national dialogue…
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Day of African Child: Change tactics in securing school children… University Don tasks Govt
William Attah, Gombe Governments across the country have been tasked to change tactics in securing school children who have become…
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Protect Igbos in your areas, South East leaders urge other regions
…Support one Nigeria based on justice, equality of rights, fairness, love, respect for one another Leaders of the South East…
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Gov. Yahaya congratulates Amina Mohammed on re-appointment as UN Dep. Sec-Gen
By Peter Uwumarogie Gombe, June 19, 2021 Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe state has congratulated Amina Mohammed on her re-appointment…
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Obi decries high level of corruption, renews call for prayers
Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 elections, Mr Peter Obi, decrying the level of…
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